M3.1 Depth: 14.0 km

M3.1 Earthquake near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines)

UTC time: 2025-07-20 18:28:40 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

A magnitude M3.1 earthquake was recorded near MINDANAO, PHILIPPINES (Philippines) on July 20, 2025 at 18:28 UTC. With a focal depth of about 14 km, this was a shallow earthquake, whose shaking is usually felt more strongly at the surface. Shaking of this size is frequently noticed but usually harmless.

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Details

Magnitude

M3.1

Depth

14.0 km

UTC time

2025-07-20 18:28:40 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Philippines

Source

emsc

Coordinates

9.44000, 126.37000

Temperature

29.0°C

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Depth profile

Shallow

14 km

14 km — shallower than the regional average (30 km)

Regional average: 30 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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